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Ford Fiesta

White · Petrol · 1998 · 1,388 cc

R211 FARMOT history

R211 FAR is a white petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 21 Mar 1998. Its MOT expired on 18 Oct 2024 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 96,127 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Oct 2024
Mileage
96,127 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2024
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,377 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R211 FAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
21 Mar 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

R211 FAR was last recorded at 96,127 miles on 10 Oct 2024, 2,494 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,633 miles · 19 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
2,494 miles
Average per year
3,377 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 96,127 miles
  • 2023 – 93,633 miles
  • 2022 – 91,246 miles
  • 2021 – 88,333 miles
  • 2020 – 86,609 miles
  • 2019 – 84,396 miles
  • 2018 – 81,245 miles
  • 2017 – 77,731 miles
  • 2016 – 73,322 miles
  • 2015 – 68,733 miles
  • 2014 – 64,445 miles
  • 2013 – 59,857 miles
  • 2012 – 55,701 miles
  • 2011 – 50,906 miles
  • 2010 – 46,882 miles
  • 2009 – 44,416 miles
  • 2008 – 41,359 miles
  • 2007 – 38,311 miles
  • 2006 – 35,510 miles
  • 2005 – 32,712 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail96,127 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg by flexi brake pipe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill to floor all way along (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength flexi brake pipe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive behind subframe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 30 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail96,127 miles (+2,494)9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,127 miles
    Test number
    544931224947
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg by flexi brake pipe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill to floor all way along (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength flexi brake pipe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass93,633 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    93,633 miles
    Test number
    535096008949
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive behind subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail93,633 miles (+2,387)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,633 miles
    Test number
    695114486097
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive behind subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass91,246 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    91,246 miles
    Test number
    767069079393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail91,245 miles (+2,912)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,245 miles
    Test number
    624139382192
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass88,333 miles (+1,724)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    88,333 miles
    Test number
    410420259560
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass86,609 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    86,609 miles
    Test number
    363198799281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail86,609 miles (+30)2 major2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,609 miles
    Test number
    907761317294
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail86,579 miles (+2,183)7 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,579 miles
    Test number
    642870552245
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass84,396 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    84,396 miles
    Test number
    390769811846
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Fail84,396 miles (+3,151)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,396 miles
    Test number
    734600284123
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass81,245 miles (+3,514)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    81,245 miles
    Test number
    426851703998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass77,731 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    77,731 miles
    Test number
    284506631685
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (2.4.A.3)

  14. Fail77,731 miles (+4,409)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,731 miles
    Test number
    975505062582
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (2.4.A.3)

  15. Pass73,322 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    73,322 miles
    Test number
    350061047888
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail73,322 miles (+4,589)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,322 miles
    Test number
    393277655119
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass68,733 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    68,733 miles
    Test number
    662111015843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail68,733 miles (+4,288)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,733 miles
    Test number
    458020860649
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings seal (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings seal (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass64,445 miles (+4,588)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    64,445 miles
    Test number
    696513724380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  20. Pass59,857 miles (+4,156)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    59,857 miles
    Test number
    579765323308
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  21. Pass55,701 miles (+4,795)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    55,701 miles
    Test number
    239476522327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,906 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    50,906 miles
    Test number
    495018311491
    • NoteFront n/s discs is corroded.

  23. Fail50,906 miles (+4,024)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,906 miles
    Test number
    688048511388
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteFront n/s discs is corroded.

  24. Pass46,882 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    46,882 miles
    Test number
    482329310499
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail46,882 miles (+2,466)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,882 miles
    Test number
    550249710379
    • Repaired at testNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass44,416 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    44,416 miles
    Test number
    544864129399
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Fail44,416 miles (+3,057)6 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,416 miles
    Test number
    754034529399
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Pass41,359 miles (+3,048)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    41,359 miles
    Test number
    723092928318
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  29. Pass38,311 miles (+2,801)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    38,311 miles
    Test number
    160243227360
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  30. Pass35,510 miles (+2,798)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    35,510 miles
    Test number
    734570246369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass32,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    32,712 miles
    Test number
    964244665327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R211 FAR

Does R211 FAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R211 FAR expired on 18 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R211 FAR?
The MOT on R211 FAR expired on 18 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R211 FAR done?
R211 FAR was recorded at 96,127 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2024, an average of 3,377 miles a year.
Has R211 FAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R211 FAR has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on R211 FAR ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on R211 FAR find?
R211 FAR failed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2024 with 9 major defects: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg by flexi brake pipe mount; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill; nearside rear vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg, and 6 more.

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